CityBus Lafayette Indiana | Routes, Fares, Schedules & Contact
Last Updated: August 2026
CityBus provides public transportation in Lafayette and West Lafayette, Indiana, with fixed-route bus service, trip planning, real-time bus tracking and ADA-accessible transportation.
If you’re looking for CityBus routes, fares, schedules, the Lafayette CityBus phone number or help planning a trip, use the information below.
Quick Answer
CityBus of Greater Lafayette
Customer Service: 765-742-7433
CityBus Center
316 N. 3rd Street
Lafayette, IN 47901
Hours:
Monday–Saturday: 7:00 AM–8:45 PM
The CityBus Center is the downtown transfer hub and customer-service location. CityBus says riders can call the Center for trip advice, fare information and other service questions.
Find CityBus Routes & Schedules
CityBus operates multiple routes throughout the Greater Lafayette area. Because routes and schedules can change, use the official route page rather than relying on an older printed schedule.
The CityBus route page provides:
- Current routes
- Route maps
- Bus stops
- Schedules
- Major destinations served by each route
- Current route changes
→ View Current CityBus Routes & Schedules
You can also enter your starting point and destination into the CityBus trip planner.
Important 2026 CityBus Route Changes
CityBus made significant service changes beginning August 24, 2026.
Among the changes:
- Route 32 became 32A Schuyler Avenue and 32B Union Street
- Route 35 Park East Boulevard was discontinued
- Route 12 South Street now serves much of the former Route 35 area, including IU Health
- Route 36 South 18th Street was discontinued
- Route 14 Brady Lane was modified to cover part of the former Route 36 service area
- Routes 11, 12, 13 and 14 now begin service at 5:00 AM
- Other routes generally continue beginning at 6:00 AM
- Route 41 Connector service was reduced to one bus
- Route 21 McCormick Road continues at approximately 30-minute frequency with two buses during peak service
Because these changes are recent, check the current schedule before making a trip.
→ See Current 2026 CityBus Route Changes
CityBus Fares in 2026
CityBus fares changed on January 1, 2026.
Current published fares include:
| Fare Type | 2026 Fare |
|---|---|
| Regular one-way fare | $2.00 |
| Half-fare one-way | $1.00 |
| 10 one-way passes | $15.00 |
| 1-day pass | $4.00 |
| Half-fare 1-day pass | $2.00 |
| 31-day pass | $50.00 |
| Half-fare 31-day pass | $25.00 |
| Semester pass | $155.00 |
| 6-month pass | $178.00 |
| ACCESS paratransit | $2.00 per trip |
| Express route fare | $5.00 |
A regular one-way fare is valid for two hours after activation, allowing unlimited rides during that period.
Half-fare eligibility includes people age 65 or older, Medicare recipients, people with qualifying disabilities, and students ages 9–19 who are enrolled in school through grade 12. Proof of eligibility is required when using a reduced fare.
How to Pay for CityBus
CityBus accepts several fare-payment methods.
You can:
- Pay the exact cash fare when boarding
- Use a reloadable CityBus smart card
- Pay using the EZfare mobile app
- Use an eligible CityBus pass
Bus drivers do not make change, so exact fare is required when paying cash.
Reloadable CityBus smart cards currently cost $4 and are available from the CityBus Center and Administrative Office.
CityBus has discontinued the sale of physical tokens, although previously issued tokens continue to be accepted until further notice.
EZfare Mobile Bus Passes
CityBus uses the EZfare app for mobile fare payment.
With EZfare, riders can:
- Add money
- Buy CityBus fare products
- Scan a phone when boarding
- Use automatic fare capping
Fare capping tracks how much you’ve paid and prevents you from paying more than the applicable daily or monthly pass amount when eligible rides are made through the system.
Track Your Bus in Real Time
The MyCityBus app provides bus-location and schedule information.
You can use it to:
- See current bus locations
- Check schedules
- Track a bus on a map
- Plan a trip
- Receive CityBus news
- Receive route-specific alerts
If you don’t want to use the app, CityBus also provides trip planning and bus information through its website.
→ Learn About the MyCityBus App
CityBus Center in Downtown Lafayette
The CityBus Center is located at:
316 N. 3rd Street
Lafayette, IN 47901
Current customer-service hours are:
Monday–Saturday: 7:00 AM–8:45 PM
The CityBus Center serves as the system’s downtown transfer hub and includes an indoor lobby and customer-service window.
Call 765-742-7433 if you need:
- Help figuring out which bus to take
- Fare information
- Trip-planning assistance
- General CityBus information
- Help regarding a lost item
CityBus Service for Purdue University
CityBus still provides transportation connecting Purdue University and the surrounding Greater Lafayette community, but an important change occurred beginning with the 2025–26 academic year.
CityBus no longer operates Purdue’s former campus-loop system. Purdue selected another provider for those campus-loop routes.
CityBus continues to operate other routes serving Purdue and West Lafayette, including routes connecting the campus area with locations outside campus.
If you’re traveling to or from Purdue, check the current CityBus route planner rather than relying on an older campus-route map.
→ Check Current CityBus Routes
CityBus Express Routes
Some routes designated with an “E” are Express Routes and use different fare rules.
The current general-public Express fare is $5.00, valid for two hours on Express Routes.
Regular unlimited-ride passes generally cannot be used as fare on Express Routes. Residents of certain apartment communities served under CityBus contracts may ride eligible Express Routes without paying when they show the required authorized resident ID.
Check the individual route before boarding if the route number contains an E.
Is CityBus Accessible for Wheelchairs?
Yes.
CityBus states that all fixed-route buses are ADA accessible.
Buses include:
- Wheelchair ramps
- The ability to lower the bus for easier boarding
- Announcements of upcoming stops
- Visual displays showing upcoming stops
Ask the driver if you need assistance boarding.
CityBus ACCESS Paratransit
People whose disabilities prevent them from using the regular fixed-route system may qualify for CityBus ACCESS.
ACCESS is an ADA paratransit service and requires an eligibility/certification process.
ACCESS Phone
765-742-2121
Current ACCESS fare:
$2 per one-way trip
ACCESS-certified riders can ride regular CityBus fixed routes fare-free when showing their ACCESS photo ID.
ACCESS trips must be reserved in advance. CityBus recommends calling at least one day before the trip, and reservations can generally be made up to 14 days ahead.
For more transportation programs for seniors, Medicaid members and rural residents:
→ Transportation Help in Tippecanoe County
CityBus Holiday Service
CityBus currently lists no regular service on:
- New Year’s Day
- Easter
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
Reduced service is currently listed for:
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Christmas Eve
- New Year’s Eve
Holiday service can change, so check CityBus before traveling around a holiday.
→ Check Current CityBus Service Information
Lost Something on a CityBus?
Lost property may be turned in to the CityBus Center or CityBus Administrative Office.
Call:
765-742-7433
Describe the item you lost as soon as possible.
CityBus says perishable items are disposed of the same day, while other unclaimed items are generally disposed of after two weeks.
→ CityBus Lost & Found Information
CityBus Administrative Office
The administrative office is located at:
1250 Canal Road
Lafayette, IN 47902
Hours:
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
For most ordinary rider questions, CityBus directs riders to the CityBus Center/customer-service number at 765-742-7433.
Local Tips
Use the trip planner before leaving. The 2026 route changes affected several Lafayette routes, so an older route map or saved schedule may no longer be accurate.
Check real-time bus information. MyCityBus can show GPS-based bus locations and route alerts, which is especially helpful when you’re unfamiliar with a stop.
Have exact cash if you’re paying onboard. Drivers do not make change.
Watch for the “E” on Express Routes. Express routes have different fare rules from ordinary fixed routes.
Don’t confuse ACCESS with medical transportation. ACCESS is ADA paratransit for riders whose disabilities prevent them from using fixed-route buses. It is not specifically a Medicaid or medical-ride program. For medical transportation options, see Transportation Help in Tippecanoe County.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CityBus Lafayette phone number?
CityBus customer service can be reached at 765-742-7433.
Where is the CityBus Center in Lafayette?
The CityBus Center is at 316 N. 3rd Street, Lafayette, IN 47901.
How much does CityBus cost in Lafayette?
As of 2026, the regular one-way fare is $2.00 and is valid for two hours from activation. A 1-day pass is $4 and a 31-day regular pass is $50. Reduced fares are available to eligible riders.
How do I find which CityBus route I need?
Use the official CityBus trip planner. Enter where you’re leaving from and where you’re going, and it will show available route options.
Can I track CityBus buses?
Yes. The MyCityBus app provides GPS-based real-time bus information, schedules and route alerts.
Are CityBus buses wheelchair accessible?
Yes. CityBus states that all of its fixed-route buses are ADA accessible and equipped with wheelchair ramps.
Does CityBus have transportation for people with disabilities?
Yes. CityBus ACCESS provides paratransit for riders who meet ADA eligibility requirements because their disability prevents them from using regular fixed-route service.
Does CityBus still run Purdue campus buses?
CityBus no longer operates the former Purdue campus-loop routes. Purdue changed campus-loop providers beginning with the 2025–26 academic year. CityBus continues to provide other routes serving Purdue and the surrounding community.
Does CityBus run on holidays?
CityBus does not operate on several major holidays, including New Year’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Reduced service is listed for several other holidays. Always check current service before traveling.
Related Pages
→ Transportation Help in Tippecanoe County
→ WIC in Lafayette & Tippecanoe County
→ SNAP & Food Stamps in Tippecanoe County
Official Resources
CityBus of Greater Lafayette
Official information about CityBus routes, rider services and transportation in Lafayette and West Lafayette.
→ CityBus of Greater Lafayette
Routes & Schedules
Current CityBus route maps and schedule information.
→ View CityBus Routes & Schedules
Trip Planner
Enter your starting location and destination to find a CityBus trip.
Current CityBus Fares
Current regular, reduced, pass, ACCESS and Express fares.
CityBus Contact Information
Official phone number, CityBus Center location and administrative-office information.
CityBus ACCESS
ADA paratransit eligibility, applications, reservations and fare information.
Summary
CityBus of Greater Lafayette provides fixed-route public transportation throughout Lafayette and West Lafayette.
For route, fare or trip-planning help, call 765-742-7433. The downtown CityBus Center is at 316 N. 3rd Street in Lafayette.
CityBus made significant route changes in August 2026 and increased its regular one-way fare to $2.00 beginning January 1, 2026, so riders should use the current CityBus website or MyCityBus app rather than relying on older schedules or fare information.
Tippecanoe Resource Hub is not affiliated with CityBus. Routes, schedules, fares and service rules can change, so verify trip-specific information directly with CityBus.